groceries

Canadian Shoppers Choose by Mission, Not Channel, New Research Finds

Craig Patterson -
A recent study from the Retail Council of Canada reveals how Canadian consumers navigate affordability through competitive shopping strategies, using both online and in-store resources to find the best deals.

Proposal before Calgary Co-op AGM seeks clarity on CEO position

Mario Toneguzzi -
A proposal at Calgary Co-op's 2026 AGM seeks a written update on the cooperative's long-running permanent CEO vacancy.

Why Toronto’s 4-Store public grocery test will not work: Bruce Winder

Bruce Winder -
After the 3 major grocers pay all of their bills, they make $ 4 of profit on every $ 100 they sell.

Canadian tech company launches the “Trivago of Groceries” app

Mario Toneguzzi -
Gofer.run is free to download and available on iOS and Android across Canada (currently English only).

Loblaw and Flashfood helped Canadians save $58 million on groceries in 2025

Mario Toneguzzi -
First launched at Maxi grocery stores in 2019, Flashfood is available in over 900 Loblaw grocery stores and franchise locations across Canada.

To lower grocery bills, food supply chains need to be improved: McGill professor

Mario Toneguzzi -
The expanded Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit does not reduce the grocery bills. 

METRO signs the Canadian Grocery Industry Code of Conduct 

Mario Toneguzzi -
The Code of Conduct sets clear standards for commercial relationships within the grocery sector and aims to create transparency and certainty in commercial transactions.

Canada’s Food Price Report 2026 predicts Canadian families will spend up to $994 more on food next year

Mario Toneguzzi -
Food prices are 27% higher than they were five years ago. Annual food price increases are currently within the range predicted in the 2025 report (4%), however meat increased at a faster rate than predicted (5% to 7%).

No Frills launches pcogo pilot in Toronto

Mario Toneguzzi -
Three Toronto No Frills stores introduce pcogo, letting PC Optimum members scan items, track points, and speed up checkout.

Canadian grocery vs. global CPG – Who makes more profit & is it Changing?

Bruce Winder -
Explore the grocery debate: Who profits more, grocers or consumer packaged goods companies? Discover the financial dynamics.

Loblaw increases products carrying ‘T’ symbol impacted by tariffs

Mario Toneguzzi -
In June 2025, food prices in Canada rose by 2.8% compared to last year, said Loblaw

Purdys enters new retail channels for 1st time amid increased national demand

Mario Toneguzzi -
Purdys Chocolatier is a Canadian-owned and operated chocolate brand since 1907
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